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Fast Skipping, starting position 
Fast Skipping, finishing position
PlyometricsbeginnerBodyweight
Fast Skipping
Primary
Quadriceps
Secondary
Abductors, Adductors, Calves, Glutes, Hamstrings
Equipment
Bodyweight
Level
beginner
Fast Skipping demonstration
How to Perform
- 1Start in a relaxed position with one leg slightly forward. This will be your starting position.
- 2Skip by executing a step-hop pattern of right-right-step to left-left-step, and so on, alternating back and forth.
- 3Perform fast skips by maintaining close contact with the ground and reduce air time, moving as quickly as possible.
Video Tutorial
Tips & Common Mistakes
- •Focus on controlled movements rather than speed or momentum
- •Maintain proper breathing - exhale during the exertion phase
- •Start with lighter weight to master the form before progressing
- •This is a great exercise for beginners - focus on form over reps
- •As a compound movement, this exercise works multiple muscle groups efficiently
Muscles Worked
Front
Back
QuadricepsAbductorsAdductorsCalvesGlutesHamstrings
Exercise Details
- Category
- Plyometrics
- Force
- push
- Mechanic
- compound
- Level
- beginner
Exercise Variations
Frequently Asked Questions
What muscles does Fast Skipping work?
Fast Skipping primarily targets the Quadriceps. It also works the Abductors, Adductors, Calves, Glutes, Hamstrings as secondary muscles.
What equipment do I need for Fast Skipping?
Fast Skipping requires Bodyweight.
Is Fast Skipping suitable for beginners?
Yes, Fast Skipping is suitable for beginners. It's classified as a beginner-level exercise.
Alternatives to Fast Skipping
Substitute any of these when the equipment is taken or unavailable. They train the same primary muscles.